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  • There’s no sugarcoating it — sugar damages teeth
    May 4, 2022

    There’s no sugarcoating it — sugar damages teeth

    General oral health

    Bacteria feed on sugar, forming dental plaque that becomes acidic and makes holes in your teeth — in other words, it causes cavities. That plaque can also lead to gum disease and bad breath.

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